Slab Contrasted Abwe 5 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Serifa' by Bitstream, 'Goodall' by Colophon Foundry, 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Serifa' by Linotype, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, 'Kheops' by Tipo Pèpel, 'Typewriter' by URW Type Foundry, and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, confident, editorial, classic, rugged, friendly, impact, sturdiness, readability, heritage, slab serif, bracketed, heavy serifs, open counters, rounded joins.
A sturdy slab-serif with broad proportions and a dark, even color. Strokes are mostly low-contrast with thick, squared serifs that read as slightly bracketed, giving the letters a planted, durable feel. Curves are generously rounded and counters stay open despite the heavy weight, while terminals and joins remain clean and consistent. Numerals and capitals look built for impact, with steady spacing and a strong baseline presence.
Best suited to headlines, deck copy, posters, and branding where a strong serif voice is needed. It also fits packaging and signage that benefit from a sturdy, traditional presence. For long-form text it reads more comfortably at larger sizes, where the open counters and steady rhythm can breathe.
The tone is confident and workmanlike, with a classic, editorial flavor. Its heavy slabs add a touch of ruggedness and Americana energy, while the rounded curves keep it approachable rather than severe. Overall it feels assertive and dependable—designed to grab attention without becoming flashy.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, trustworthy slab-serif voice with broad, impactful shapes and consistent, durable detailing. It prioritizes strong presence and legibility, pairing heavy serifs with rounded construction to balance authority and approachability.
In text, the font maintains a dense but readable rhythm, with distinct letterforms and clear differentiation between similar shapes. The slab treatment is prominent across the alphabet, giving headings a blocky authority while still supporting longer lines of reading at larger sizes.